Guiding Eyes for the Blind
Elena Consalvo has extensive work experience in various roles related to fundraising and development. Elena is currently the Chief Development Officer at Guiding Eyes for the Blind since December 2020. Prior to that, they held the position of Senior Director of Development and Director of Direct Marketing at the same organization. From 2011 to 2019, they worked at Save the Children US, where they held roles such as Associate Vice President, Integrated Fundraising & Community Engagement, Senior Director, Mass Market Fundraising, Director, and Associate Director. Before that, they worked as the Circulation Director at Guideposts from 1995 to 2005, as the Associate Circulation Director at Bedford Fair Industries from 1992 to 1995, and as a Brokerage Associate at Walter Karl Inc. from 1989 to 1992.
Elena Consalvo received their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Economics from SUNY Oneonta between 1985 and 1989.
Guiding Eyes for the Blind
Guiding Eyes for the Blind provides guide dogs to people with vision loss. We are passionate about connecting exceptional dogs with individuals for greater independence. Guiding Eyes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with all services provided completely free of charge. At Guiding Eyes, we rely upon the contributions of our generous donors to fulfill our mission. We work out of our Headquarters and Training Center in Yorktown Heights, New York, and our Canine Development Center in Patterson, New York. Guiding Eyes is an accredited member of the International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF), the organization that establishes worldwide standards for the breeding and training of guide dogs.